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Putting Smiles on Faces with Italian Food Makes Fourth-Generation DeVitis Owner Happy
L'articolo riguarda il negozio DeVitis Italian Market ad Akron. Il proprietario ora è Nick DeVitis, il nipote di Laura e Tony DeVitis che gestivano il negozio dalla fine di dicembre 2024. Nick si stava preparando per diventare proprietario da quando…

"Dici 'Cheese'!"
When Italians wish to get a smile for a photograph, they urge “Dici ‘cheese’!” Many of the photographed subjects don’t even know the meaning of “cheese” but they obediently repeat it with a wide smile. There is no point in…

A Year of Grace and Renewal: The 2025 Catholic Jubilee
The Catholic Jubilee Year, deeply rooted in scripture and tradition, is a time of extraordinary spiritual renewal, mercy, and celebration. Instituted to reflect God’s mercy and love, a Jubilee Year invites the faithful to reconnect with their faith, seek forgiveness,…

A Look Back: The Ides of March
March is here and hopefully this means warmer weather, the sun and green grass are around the corner. March is always a great month; a time to prepare for the beauty that will blossom all around us.The Orchid exhibit runs…

LGI's calendar: things to do
To include your event, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Regular meetings of Solon Italian ClubLast Wednesday of each month 7 p.m., Grantwood PavillionNew members welcome. Contact President, Brett Neff at 216-313-0197 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Or contact Anthony D'Angelo, Membership Chair at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if…

Alla Boara Returns for First Performance in Cleveland After Recording in Los Angeles
La banda Alla Boara hanno avuto un performance al Music Box Supper Club di Cleveland il 13 febbraio per festeggiare San Valentino. Alla Boara è tornata a Cleveland dopo un periodo trascorso a Los Angeles dove la banda ha registrato…

NIAF NCCA Christopher Columbus Essay Contest
The National Italian American Foundation is now accepting submissions for the annual NIAF NCCA Christopher Columbus Essay Contest, a national essay contest on a topic related to Christopher Columbus for high school students of all ethnic backgrounds throughout the U.S.Three…

A Look Back: Paying Homage to the Bones of St. Valentine
Winter has arrived and it has been a few cold weeks. What better way to warm up then to celebrate Valentine’s Day with that special someone. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for February 14. Please enjoy this article from…